7 of the Best Softball Movies to Inspire Your Game
We have a top list of seven best softball movies to inspire your game. Whether you're a player on the field, or a coach looking for tips, you'll love these. Our list features movies that can inspire any crowd.
But softball players can learn more about what it means to be in a team. Beyond that, players can learn position names. Throw on some pajamas, but these movies will keep you up all night.
1. All-Stars
Sometimes us parents and coaches have to laugh at ourselves. We do get our heads in the game because we want our teams to be the best. All-Star offers a funny rendition of Little League softball.
If you're looking for softball movies on Netflix, this is your best bet!
2. A League of Their Own
A 1942 classic, this film is the hallmark of female, softball films. It's the best because it features what softball is all about—having fun and winning! Let your team follow along with the main female characters in this film.
Set during WWII, these women overcome gender stereotypes. Watch as they defy the odds, learn the game, and prove they can be the best.
Baseball Movies with Undeniable Team Spirit
Softball and baseball aren't the same things. Yet we can learn so much from how we play these similar games. These next picks examine the teams behind what makes the magic happen.
What to know what qualities you need to have a winning team? Then read on to see some of the most powerful baseball and softball movies!
3. Major League
Have a team of rowdy high schoolers? They'll love checking out this film! It deals with a team of oddball characters who struggle to fit in. The film shows that even rigging a team to fail can't stop a strong team from winning!
4. Sandlot
The Sandlot films, starting from 1993 are pure joy packed in a set of one-hour long films. In the first film, your team will see the importance of teamwork and sticking together. This is a great film to show a team who you're striving to encourage to communicate and cover each other.
5. The Bad News Bears
Looking for funny baseball movies with a good message? Then Bad News Bears is the perfect pick for you. Watch as these odd-ball Little Leaguers work to find their place in baseball.
Keep in mind though, there is nothing "little" about the way these kids choose to speak. Check it out [...you'll see what we mean].
6. 42
This film came out back in 2013 and features Jackie Robinson in the mid-1940's Major Leagues. It depicts the struggle of an African American player in prejudice time. There's no doubt that coaches can teach a powerful lesson of diversity with this film!
7. Moneyball
Every sports team needs a little money to get the season going. You need uniforms, transportation, and equipment. That's what makes it especially difficult for low-budget teams.
This film depicts a team that overcomes the struggle. All it takes is a few faithful coaches who believe in a dream.
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In 2017 there were approximately 9.59 million softball players in the United States. Whether it's your first or your 100th game, it's normal to get nervous before a big game.
No matter what, your team's got your back. Get pumped up and ready to win before your next game with these 10 inspirational softball quotes.
1. Take it one pitch at a time. Take it one day at a time
Life gets overwhelming when we have to juggle work life, social life, and personal life. When you're on the field, it's your chance to take a deep breath and slow life down.
Take it one pitch at a time and one day at a time.
2. Four bases, three strikes, two teams, one winner. It's not just a game, but a way of life. Softball, this is my destiny
For many people, softball is more than a sport. Your team becomes your family and the game becomes a passion and possibly even your destiny.
3. Progress always involves risk... you can't steal second without taking your foot off first
It's always scary taking a chance or risk and most of the time it's worth it. The first step in finding out is literally taking the first step.
4. Don't let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game.
There's always a possibility that you won't play your best game or you'll make a mistake. But, you'll never know and you'll never learn if you don't play.
5. Passion creates work ethic. Work ethic creates possibilities. Possibilities create happiness
Having passion is so important, especially when it comes to working. Having both is bound to create happiness.
6. It's not whether you get knocked down; it's whether you get back up. - Vince Lombardi
Just as you learn in life, you are going to get knocked down once or twice. It's not about what knocks you down - it's about getting back up.
7. Softball gives girls a chance to show the boys how it's really done.
Girls have grown up with the precedent that boys are strong and can do anything better, but softball gives girls the opportunity to prove them otherwise.
8. The will to win is important, but the will to prepare is vital. - Joe Paterno
As important as winning is, you can't win without preparing first. Failing to prepare is guaranteeing to lose.
9. When I step into batter's box, the fans, the noise, the cheers, they all disappear. For that moment, the world is just a battle between me and the pitcher. And more than anything, I want to win. - Mary W.
Find what makes you happy, what gives you hope, and what gives you passion and stick with it. The drive to win is a wonderful attribute to carry with you.
10. Play every softball game like it is your last! - W. Bindels
One day you'll walk off the field and never walk back on. Until that day comes, play like it is your last.
Inspirational Softball Quotes
Playing softball gives girls the drive, passion, and life lessons no other sport can. Cherish the days you're on the field with your team that became a family and remember that win or lose, it's about the game.
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